Tag: Tax Deferral

How Defined Benefit Plans Help Business Owners Slash Taxes and Catch Up on Retirement (Ep. 61)

How Defined Benefit Plans Help Business Owners Slash Taxes and Catch Up on Retirement (Ep. 61)

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How Defined Benefit Plans Could Help Business Owners Slash Taxes and Catch Up on Retirement (Ep. 61)

Are you a business owner with high income—but even higher tax bills? Are you feeling behind on retirement savings?

In this episode of Maximizing Outcomes®, Jim McGovern welcomes back Tom Wyatt to unpack one of the most overlooked yet powerful tools for high-income business owners: Defined Benefit Pension Plans.

You’ll learn:

  • How defined benefit plans can potentially save you hundreds of thousands in taxes annually
  • Why these plans my be ideal for late-stage retirement catch-up
  • How they differ from 401(k)s and profit-sharing plans
  • When to use cash balance plans for greater flexibility
  • Why you can still set one up after the tax year ends
  • How to use them for succession planning and buyouts

Tom shares real-world examples—including one client who’s pension contribution allowed for a $288,000 deduction in a single year while keeping 87% of it for himself.

Whether you’re a solo entrepreneur or run a business with employees, this episode will help you rethink how to retire smarter and lower your tax bill in the process.

Related Episode:

Episode 28: Retirement Planning Essentials

Episode 29: Retaining Key Employees with Non-Qualified Retirement Plans

📩 Have questions? Reach out to Jim at info@mcgovernwealth.com or visit mcgovernwealth.com

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Tax-Optimized Real Estate Strategies: 1031 Exchanges and Delaware Statutory Trusts with Ryan Perri (Ep. 56)

Tax-Optimized Real Estate Strategies: 1031 Exchanges and Delaware Statutory Trusts with Ryan Perri (Ep. 56)

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Have you ever wondered how savvy real estate investors grow their portfolios without hefty tax bills? Or how you can invest in large commercial properties without the hassle of being a landlord? 

Dive into this episode of Maximizing Outcomes with Jim McGovern as we explore these game-changing strategies!

In this episode, Jim is joined by Ryan Perri from Inland Securities Corporation to unpack two powerful tools: the 1031 exchange and Delaware statutory trusts. Discover how these strategies can transform your real estate investing approach—deferring taxes and diversifying your investments seamlessly.

Jim and Ryan discuss:

  • What a 1031 exchange is and why it’s a go-to strategy for deferring capital gains taxes 
  • The role of a qualified intermediary in the exchange process
  • Understanding like-kind property and its requirements
  • The benefits of Delaware statutory trusts for passive real estate investing 
  • And more!

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About our guest:

Ryan Perri has a strong background in finance and real estate investments. Ryan currently serves as the Senior Vice President at Inland Securities Corporation, where Ryan leads investment distribution and education in the Mid-Atlantic region. With a specialization in alternative investments such as private real estate and REITs, Ryan has also held various roles in institutional relations at Macquarie Group. Prior to their current position, Ryan worked as a Vice President of Sales at Resource Real Estate and as an Investment Advisor Representative at ING Financial Partners. Ryan holds a BSBA in Finance and Economics from Drexel University. 

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Retirement Accounts, Are They Worth the Investment? (Ep. 20)

Retirement Accounts, Are They Worth the Investment? (Ep. 20)

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While retirement accounts have powerful tax advantages, they might also have significant disadvantages if we don’t understand the rules. 

In this episode, Jim McGovern discusses retirement accounts and how individuals need to think critically about how these accounts work, know the rules of the game as they stand today, and consider their circumstances before deciding to invest in them. 

Jim also warns against the misconception that investing in retirement accounts saves tax money.

Jim discusses:

  • The advantages and disadvantages of retirement accounts 
  • Understanding the impact of changing tax rates
  • Factors to consider when deciding to invest in retirement accounts
  • Additional insights and tips on retirement account planning
  • And more

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Please note that the information on this podcast are for reference only. Although accurate when originally released, they may now contain out-of-date information. They remain solely for historical purposes and are not considered current guidance. Always consult a professional regarding your individual situation.

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